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I was looking for some advice/comments on a couple of questions that I had...-I am looking at hopefully purchasing my first owner occupied multifamily this year and was looking at using FHA financing but I have to wait until the end of July, because my bankruptcy (had a business go under) will be at the 2 year discharge mark. I am now worried because of the changes in the mortgage insurance being for the life of the loan instead of the first 5 years or until your LTV reaches a certain point. My salary is very good (80k), my credit score is around 680 and I am not sure how the bankruptcy will hurt me if I look for a conventional mortgage. Also, the 3.5% down for FHA is very attractive because I would be looking to purchase a single family home shortly thereafter to begin renting out. I have around 40k in savings that I am looking to use to start investing this year. I am also thinking of starting an LLC with another partner (relative) where we will begin buying SFHs to rent out. So...my questions are...-Could I have the LLC purchase the multifamily for me, or even just use my partner (father) to purchase it for me (maybe add my name on the deed, but not the loan, or maybe the loan if its allowed) so I will have the property (where I will owner occupy) before the changes take effect in June (I believe)-If that is not possible, and because of my bankruptcy, will I have a chance at a conventional mortgage, if the numbers are really bad for going with an FHA with the insurance for the life of the loan-If I went with the FHA after the changes take effect, and I am stuck paying for the insurance for the life of the loan, will I be able to refinance later (conventionally, but at a potentially higher interest rate) to get rid of the insurance payments?Any other ideas are more than welcome, thank you! by timber_353_819 from Boston, Massachusetts. Apr 5th 2013 Reply


William J Acres (William_Acres)
#74 ranked lender in Arizona - 8,728 contributions

Ok.. First.. You cannot purchase until you hit the 2 year mark.. No exception. Although MI is for the life of the loan, you can always refinance to get it removed.. You would need to have at least 20% equity, but there is not waiting period.. As soon as you hit 20% equity, just refinance.. Also, FHA will allow you to purchase 2 years after a BK, but FHA is owner occupied only.. When you go to purchase the SFH "Shortly After".. you will need to use Conventional financing, and the guideline for financing after a BK is 4 years... you cannot purchase a property as an LLC using any type of conforming financing.. if you purchase an investment property, most lenders will allow you to change the title to an LLC after the loan has funded so long as your listed as one of the members, but it cannot close in an LLC. Your father could purchase the property, but he would have to be "Owner Occupied" if he's using FHA, otherwise, it's not allowed.. The best advice I can give you is to contact a LOCAL mortgage broker and apply with them. Once they see your complete profile, they will be able to properly advise you.. but I will caution you.... Do not use the local "Big" bank, or one of those 50 states internet lenders or nationwide lenders...By applying with your LOCAL Broker, you have an advantage because he's familiar with local customs and works with numerous lenders, seeking out the best loan terms for your particular scenario. Because he has lower overhead, he can offer you lower rates and lower fees than most of the larger lenders.. I'm a Broker here in Scottsdale AZ and I only lend in Arizona. If you or someone you know is looking for financing options, feel free to contact me or pass along my information. 480-287-5714 WilliamAcres.com

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Joe Shamie (Joe Shamie)
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You have a lot of things going on here. Please call me at 866-970-3400 x-274 so I can review all of your options with you. Joe Shamie

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Robert Oliveira (roberto)
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Hi to many questions to answer in an email call me 508 802 0935 Robert Oliveira Province Mortgage I am in Mass

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Robert Oliveira (roberto)
#13 ranked lender in Massachusetts - 90 contributions

Hi too many variables to answer in an email please call me i am in mass rob oliveira 508 802 0935 with Province Mortgage Assoc

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Peter Savino (855411LEND)
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PLease call me to help 855 411 Lend Peter Savino

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George DeVIne (gdevine)
#7 ranked lender in Rhode Island - 46 contributions

You must put down 20-25% for multi-family properties to qualify for conventional financing. You cannot purchase in the name of an LLC and your dad wouldn't be able to purchase unless he was using the property as his primary residence. I'm based in RI and do quite a bit of business in MA. Please call or email if I can be of further assistance at gdevine@atlantichomeloans.com or 401 301 0130

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Michelle Curtis Loan Originator NMLS 401173 (MichelleCurtisLO)
#77 ranked lender in Florida - 2,245 contributions

Way too many questions to give an accurate answer. Call a Pro to discuss.

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Carlo Sanchez (MortgageLendingPro)
#0 ranked lender in Utah - 1,163 contributions

As all have mentioned, yours is an intesive question that will lead to more quesitons. Call a lender411 loan Officer about your situation. Good Luck.

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James Mazzola (Mazzola)
#109 ranked lender in New Jersey - 314 contributions

ALL LLC's would now require Commercial Financing.

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Dave Metsker (DaveMetsker)
#35 ranked lender in Oregon - 2,318 contributions

Congratulations on your investing career. You may have only one FHA owner-occupied loan, on a 1 to 4 unit property. Additional investment properties should be acquired with creative finance techniques. Call me at 503-620-2239.

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Peter Botros (PeterBotros)
#70 ranked lender in New York - 895 contributions

To many questions to answer in this forum. Contact a local loan officer and have a conversation.

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Carlos Figueira (carlosfigueira)
#107 ranked lender in New Jersey - 199 contributions

Lots to cover....call one of the local lenders to review all

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